1978 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 306 is newer by 17 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 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, 1995 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 306 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |