1993 Peugeot 309 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 559 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 309 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 309 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2578 mm |
