2009 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 267 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 205 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |