1994 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 206 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2009 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 206 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
