1978 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 186 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 104 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |