2002 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 205. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 535 kg more than 1987 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 (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (162 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 205 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |