1994 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 407 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
