1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 693 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 205 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2741 mm |
