1999 Honda Today vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 749 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1989 Peugeot 605 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Today | 605 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
