1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 19 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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 Prelude (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 505 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
