2008 Audi S3 vs. 1989 Peugeot Oxia
To start off, 2008 Audi S3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot Oxia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot Oxia would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot Oxia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2008 Audi S3. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S3 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1989 Peugeot Oxia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S3. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S3 | 1989 Peugeot Oxia | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | S3 | Oxia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 726 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
