1994 Peugeot 106 vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (100 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106.
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, 1981 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 106 | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 106 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
