1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 620 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 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Blazer | 106 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
