1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 309 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,244 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 309 (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Lancer | 309 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
