1994 Peugeot 605 vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 605 | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 605 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
