2004 Honda Life vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Honda Life 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Peugeot 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Life | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Life | 405 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |