1990 Peugeot 309 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,526 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 5 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 309 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 309 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
