1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1998 Toyota Picnic is newer by 12 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 348 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Peugeot 309 | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 309 | Picnic |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |