2004 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 541 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1971 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 304 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1456 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
