1985 Peugeot 309 vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1986 Toyota Tercel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
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 Peugeot 309 (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel. 1986 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 1985 Peugeot 309 has manual transmission. 1985 Peugeot 309 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 309 | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 309 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
