1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 505 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1978 Peugeot 305 has manual transmission. 1978 Peugeot 305 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 305 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
