1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 106. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 474 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Falcon | 106 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
