1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 973 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (71 Nm). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1991 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 1991 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Toronado | 106 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 71 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |