2009 Audi S4 vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 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, 2009 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | S4 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
