1987 Peugeot 309 vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 309 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 309. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 375 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 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 309. (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 309 | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 309 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
