1985 Peugeot 309 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 19 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 541 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, 2004 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Peugeot 309 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 309 | Altea |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |