1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (91 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 425 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. 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 Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 309 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
