1989 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 395 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 407 (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 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 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 407 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
