1990 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 337 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 1990 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 406 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
