1988 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Civic weights approximately 90 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, 1988 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 205 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
