1987 Honda Legend vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 570 kg more than 1989 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, 1987 Honda Legend (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Legend | 205 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
