1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 207 is newer by 30 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 207 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
