2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 19 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 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 305 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, 2005 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Premacy | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Premacy | 309 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
