1989 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 306 is newer by 14 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 89 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 306. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 306 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
