2009 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 596 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1969 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1969 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 204 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
