1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Morgan Plus 4 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 1999 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | Plus 4 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
