1988 Dodge Spirit 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 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 429 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.
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 (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Spirit | 106 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
