1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605. 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 605 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
