1992 Mazda 626 vs. 1992 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 1992 Mazda 626 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 106. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 444 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.
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, 1992 Mazda 626 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 106. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 626 | 1992 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
