1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (50 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Renault 19 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (84 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 205 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 205 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
