1989 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 806 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,086 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 806 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1989 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, 1996 Peugeot 806 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1996 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 80 | 806 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
