1978 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 33 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2613 mm |
