1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 107 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 406 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
