1985 Audi 90 vs. 1972 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 90 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1972 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 90 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
