1994 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1994 Audi A8 and 1994 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 205. 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, 1994 Audi A8 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 205. 1994 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1994 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A8 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
