1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 605 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
