1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 307 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
