1993 Peugeot 309 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 849 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.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Peugeot 309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 309 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 309 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3250 mm |
