2003 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 558 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 304. 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 1974 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 304 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
