1996 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 605 (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 1991 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1991 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 605 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
