1981 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 21 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 613 kg more than 1981 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 807 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
