1993 Peugeot 309 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 661 kg more than 1993 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, 2013 Honda Accord (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 309 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 309 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2775 mm |
