2002 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Peugeot Proxima
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 Proxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot Proxima would be higher. At 2,850 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot Proxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Peugeot Proxima 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 Proxima 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. (122 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot Proxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1986 Peugeot Proxima | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | Proxima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
