1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 505 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
