1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 306 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
