1990 Peugeot 309 vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 16 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 840 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 2006 Pontiac GTO 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 2006 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 309 | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 309 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
