2000 Honda Z vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Peugeot 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Z | 405 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
