1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 309 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon 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 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 309, 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, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
Model | Station Wagon | 309 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |