1991 Peugeot 205 vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1991 Peugeot 205 and 1991 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,278 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 316 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Peugeot 205 (212 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (159 Nm). This means 1991 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Peugeot 205 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
Make | Peugeot | Renault |
Model | 205 | Espace |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 159 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |