1985 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. 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, 1985 Honda Accord (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 204 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |