1978 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Peugeot Touareg
To start off, 1996 Peugeot Touareg is newer by 18 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. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot Touareg (88 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Peugeot Touareg.
Because 1996 Peugeot Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Peugeot Touareg (264 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 1996 Peugeot Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1996 Peugeot Touareg | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 875 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
