1983 Audi 80 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Audi 80.
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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 80 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
