1993 Peugeot 106 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 106 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 106. (82 Nm). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 106 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 106 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
