1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 106. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1978 Nissan Cherry (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 106 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
