1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 590 kg more than 1986 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 309 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 309 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Seville | 309 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
