1996 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 204. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1972 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 204 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
