1989 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 78 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. 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 Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Prelude | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 206 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
