1978 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 13 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 132 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106. 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 (126 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (71 Nm). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 106 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
