1985 Peugeot 309 vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 9 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Toledo (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Toledo weights approximately 216 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.
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, 1994 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 309 | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 309 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
