1990 Peugeot 309 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (78 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 910 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Peugeot 309 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 309 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |