1990 Peugeot 309 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 834 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Peugeot 309 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 309 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3250 mm |