1989 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1977 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 1977 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 504 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |