2009 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 23 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (193 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 405 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
