1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 20 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Prelude | 206 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |