1979 Renault 5 vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 605 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 5 (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1979 Renault 5.
Because 1979 Renault 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605. 1996 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1979 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1979 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 5 | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | 5 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
