1981 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1981 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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 307 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
