1970 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Fairlady (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 806. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1970 Nissan Fairlady is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Fairlady | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Fairlady | 806 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
