1987 Peugeot 309 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 309 is newer by 1 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 309 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 309 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
