1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 309 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 309 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 309 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
