1997 Honda NSX vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 205. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 605 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | NSX | 205 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
