1978 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Regal 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 1978 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106, 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, 1978 Buick Regal (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Regal | 106 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
