1987 Peugeot 205 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 205. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1987 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, 1988 Renault 25 (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Peugeot 205 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
Make | Peugeot | Renault |
Model | 205 | 25 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |