1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 1986 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1986 Peugeot 309 and 1986 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Because 1986 Pontiac Firebird 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 Firebird. 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 Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Firebird 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 Firebird | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 309 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
