2001 Honda City vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda City weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda City | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | City | 309 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
