1994 Audi Coupe vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1994 Audi Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi Coupe weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. 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 Coupe (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi Coupe | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | Coupe | 309 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
