1994 Peugeot 106 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (100 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 320 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 106 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 106 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
