2012 Volvo S60 vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 22 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (91 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 839 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.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volvo S60 | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
Model | S60 | 309 |
Year Released | 2012 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |