1997 Nissan Sentra vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 66 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, 1994 Peugeot 106 (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Sentra | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sentra | 106 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
