1980 Audi Sport vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | Sport | 406 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
