2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Exige weights approximately 52 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Exige | 309 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
