1988 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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, 1994 Peugeot 106 (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 106 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
