2002 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 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 107 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 560 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 309 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |