1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 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 Honda Concerto (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Concerto | 309 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |