1974 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Civic | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 405 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
