1993 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 635 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406, 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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 736 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Lotec | Peugeot |
| Model | Testa de Oro | 406 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1768 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 742 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 347 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1260 kg |
