2004 Honda Z vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Z | 405 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
