1990 Peugeot 309 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 15 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 220 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 309 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 309 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
