1985 Peugeot 604 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1985 Peugeot 604 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 604 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 604 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
