1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Lumina and 1991 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 618 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (183 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (71 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1991 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 1991 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Lumina | 106 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
