1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 25 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), 2009 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 307 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
