2008 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (78 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 466 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 309 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
