1987 Peugeot 309 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 605 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 309 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 309 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
