1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 289 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Peugeot 306 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Peugeot | Honda |
Model | 306 | Accord |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2799 mm |