1984 Audi 90 vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 406 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Peugeot 406 (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 90 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
