1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (91 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 690 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fairlane | 309 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2480 mm |
