1996 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 556 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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 (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 205 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |