1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1971 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 113 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 204. 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 Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1971 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 204 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
