1998 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 605. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 605. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1992 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 605 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
