2004 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 14 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (78 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2004 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu YRV | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | YRV | 309 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
