2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1993 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 345 kg more than 1993 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1993 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | HR-V | 309 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
