1984 Peugeot 505 vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 505 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 505. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1983 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 505 | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 505 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
