1981 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 806 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 806. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 806. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1999 Peugeot 806 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1999 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 80 | 806 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
