1981 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 27 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, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 320 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 207 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |