1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 720 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 205 | TT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2469 mm |
