1985 Peugeot 309 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 21 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 206 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 309 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 309 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
