2006 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 660 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
