2002 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 500 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 205 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |
