2002 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 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 (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 680 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. 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 (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 205 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |