1977 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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, 2002 Peugeot 406 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 406 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
