1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 19 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 786 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 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Peugeot 309 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 309 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |