1988 Audi V8 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | V8 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
