1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 21 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 497 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Peugeot 309 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 309 | Touran |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
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 | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |