1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. 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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 407 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
