1981 Nissan Sunny 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 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Peugeot 106 (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunny | 106 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
