1989 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 18 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. Both 1989 Honda Accord and 2007 Peugeot 307 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 206 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 307 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
