1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 270 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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 309 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 309 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
