1991 Audi V8 vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | V8 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
