1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 405 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1183 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
