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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 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 | 1598 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |