1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 309 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 944 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 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (115 Nm). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | V8 Volante | 309 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
