1996 Honda CRX vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 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 CRX (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | CRX | 205 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
