1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 1999 Volvo V70 is newer by 13 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 880 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.
Because 1999 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 309 | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 309 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
