1990 Peugeot 309 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 23 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 533 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 309 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 309 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
