1984 Renault 5 vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | 5 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
