1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
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, 1997 Peugeot 206 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 309 | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 309 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
