1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1993 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 106 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Riviera (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 661 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 106. (82 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Riviera | 1993 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Riviera | 106 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
