1981 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 370 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 1981 Mazda 929 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 Mazda 929. 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, 1981 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
