1981 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 24 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, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 206 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |