1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1992 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage and 1992 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 106. (101 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1992 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Vantage | 106 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |