1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. 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, 2003 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Prelude | 307 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |