1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 18 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. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 407 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
