1986 Honda Prelude vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Prelude weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205. 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 Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Prelude | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 205 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
