1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Peugeot 309 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 309 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 309 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
