1995 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 368 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 305. 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1985 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 305 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
