1981 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 309 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic.
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, 1981 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Civic | 1989 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 309 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |