2005 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 1985 Peugeot 604 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 604 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
