1996 Peugeot 306 vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306. 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, 1975 Renault 30 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 306 | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 306 | 30 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
