1989 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
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, 1989 Audi 100 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
