2005 Toyota Solara vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2005 Toyota Solara 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Solara (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (91 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Solara weights approximately 505 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.
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 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309. 1990 Peugeot 309 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Peugeot 309 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Solara | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Solara | 309 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
