1993 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 920 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.
Because 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Bravada | 309 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
