1982 Peugeot 305 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Peugeot 305 (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Peugeot 305 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 305 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
