1989 Peugeot Oxia vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot Oxia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot Oxia would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot Oxia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 548 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot Oxia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Peugeot Oxia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot Oxia | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | Oxia | 306 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 726 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
