1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 265 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, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 309 | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 309 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
