1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 210 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 309 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 309 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
