2001 Honda Prelude vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Because 1978 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Prelude | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Prelude | 504 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |