1994 Audi A8 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A8 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
