1990 Peugeot 309 vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 309 (78 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 309 | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 309 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
