1996 Peugeot 106 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Peugeot 106 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 106 | Carina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2590 mm |