1986 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1983 Peugeot 505 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 1983 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1983 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 505 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
