1981 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
