2002 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1989 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, 2002 Audi A4 (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 1989 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 309 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
