1993 Peugeot 106 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 106 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 106. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 640 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.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Peugeot 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 106 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 106 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
