1986 Honda Prelude vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1986 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Prelude | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 406 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
