1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Peugeot 309
To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Peugeot 309 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 309. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (270 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1989 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | 100 | 309 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |