1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Because 1968 Volvo P 1800 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 1968 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1968 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 309 | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 309 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
