1978 Peugeot 304 vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1994 Honda Concerto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Concerto weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 304. 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, 1994 Honda Concerto (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 304 | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 304 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
