1985 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 406 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1985 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, 2001 Peugeot 406 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2001 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
