1985 Peugeot 505 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 505 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
Because 1985 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 505 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 505 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
