1988 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Because 1970 Peugeot 504 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 1970 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Prelude | 504 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2110 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |