1985 Audi 200 vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (80 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Peugeot 104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 200 | 104 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
