1995 Honda Today vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Today | 505 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
