1990 Peugeot 309 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 495 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 309 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 309 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 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 | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
