1986 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord. 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, 1986 Honda Accord (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Accord | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 307 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1954 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
