2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 22 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Cuore | 309 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
