1988 Lada Samara 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 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106.
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 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Samara | 106 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
