1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 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, 1982 Renault 11 (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 205 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
