2009 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |
