1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 836 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Peugeot 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Odyssey | 405 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
