1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 406 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. 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, 1998 Peugeot 406 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Prelude | 406 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |