1992 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 405 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
