1987 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1987 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 407 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |