1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (78 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 309 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
