1979 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 480 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 407 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
