1993 Honda Legend vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 723 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Legend | 204 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
