1978 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 309 (91 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309.
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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 309 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
