1991 Peugeot 106 vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, both 1991 Peugeot 106 and 1991 Volvo 245 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 245 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Because 1991 Volvo 245 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 1991 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Volvo 245 (157 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (71 Nm). This means 1991 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Peugeot 106 | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 106 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
