2009 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 306 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
