2009 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 205. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 920 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Civic 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 2009 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205, 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 Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
