1988 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. 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 Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Prelude | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 206 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
