1985 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 305. 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 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1984 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 305 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
