1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | Quattro | 407 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
