1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 1984 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1984 Peugeot 205 and 1984 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault Espace weights approximately 390 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, 1984 Renault Espace (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (87 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Peugeot 205 | 1984 Renault Espace | |
Make | Peugeot | Renault |
Model | 205 | Espace |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |