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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 205 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 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 246 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Peugeot 205 (162 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
