1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. Both 1992 Honda Prelude and 1996 Peugeot 306 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 21 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306.
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, 1996 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 306 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
