1976 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
