1980 Buick Estate vs. 1992 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 106 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 106. (101 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick Estate 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 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1980 Buick Estate (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 106. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 1992 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Estate | 106 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
