1985 Audi 90 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1985 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 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 90 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
