1990 Peugeot 309 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (78 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 289 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.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 309 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 309 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
