2006 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 205 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 122 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205. 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 1988 Peugeot 205. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 205 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |