1983 Peugeot 604 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 604 (96 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 770 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, 1983 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 604 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 604 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
