2009 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 504 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
