1997 Peugeot 806 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 806 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 359 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 806 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 806 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
