1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | Coupe | 306 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
