1993 Peugeot 106 vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1997 Volvo V90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo V90 (178 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 775 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, 1997 Volvo V90 (260 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 106. (82 Nm). This means 1997 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 106 | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 106 | V90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
