1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 2 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | Virage | 309 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
