1978 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 366 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 307 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |