1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1995 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 106 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 106. (100 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 544 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 106. 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 106. (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1995 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Spirit | 106 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
