1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1590 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 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 309 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 309 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
