2000 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 806 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 1995 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 806 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
