1990 Honda Prelude vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1990 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 265 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. 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, 1990 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Prelude | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Prelude | 204 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |