1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1985 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Because 1985 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 1985 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Prelude | 505 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |