1990 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Audi 100.
Because 1988 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
