1990 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude. 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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Prelude | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 207 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
