1987 Audi 80 vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. 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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 80 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
