2003 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 622 kg more than 1984 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 205 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 760 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 |