1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1142 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 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Vantage | 309 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |