1985 Peugeot 309 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 309 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 309 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 Peugeot 309 (115 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm). This means 1985 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 309 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 309 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
