1993 Peugeot 309 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 345 kg more than 1993 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Peugeot 309 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 309 | Celica |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |