1984 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 206 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
