1989 Peugeot 605 vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 1996 Renault Spider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 605 would be higher. Both 1989 Peugeot 605 and 1996 Renault Spider are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 605. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1996 Renault Spider.
Because 1996 Renault Spider 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 1996 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605, 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, 1996 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 605. (175 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 605 | 1996 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 605 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
