1981 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Because 1981 Ford Capri 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Peugeot 106 (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 106 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
