1995 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (91 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 475 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 309 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |