1985 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 306 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord 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 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
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 (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 306 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
