2002 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
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, 1992 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 1992 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1992 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 605 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
