1979 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (136 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 406 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1437 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |