1996 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | A6 | 205 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |