1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, both 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 and 1985 Peugeot 309 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 736 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | 420 | 309 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |