1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Concerto | 307 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
