1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 459 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 205 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 205 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
