1987 Peugeot 405 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. 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 Peugeot 405 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 405 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 405 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
