2004 Honda HR-V vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 309 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda HR-V weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Peugeot 309 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | HR-V | 309 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
