2008 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 116 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Peugeot 504 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 1973 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
