1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. 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 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Ballade | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Ballade | 306 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
