1987 Peugeot 205 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 205. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 205.
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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 205 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 205 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1436 mm |
