2002 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1982 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 490 kg more than 1982 Peugeot 305. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1982 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 305 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
