1993 Peugeot 309 vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309.
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, 1994 Volvo 850 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 309 | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 309 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
