1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, both 1986 Peugeot 309 and 1986 Pontiac 1000 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Because 1986 Pontiac 1000 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 1986 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1986 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Peugeot 309 | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
Model | 309 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |