1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1998 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 106 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 106.
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, 1985 Ford Meteor (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1998 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Meteor | 106 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
