1994 Peugeot 205 vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Renault 19 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault 19 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 205.
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, 1994 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 205 | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 205 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
