1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Peugeot 205 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 205 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
