1978 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
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 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 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 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
