1987 Peugeot 309 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 1987 Peugeot 309 and 1987 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 309. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 570 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 309. (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Peugeot 309 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 309 | Camry |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |