2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 15 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 407 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | HR-V | 309 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
