1995 Peugeot 106 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 106 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 106 (100 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 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, 1992 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 106 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 106 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
