2003 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
Because 1975 Peugeot 604 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 604 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |