2004 Honda HR-V vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405.
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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | HR-V | 405 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
