1994 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (96 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord.
Because 1983 Peugeot 604 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 604 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
