1989 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 306 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 1995 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 306 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
