1998 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1998 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer and 1998 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 196 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1998 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Lancer | 106 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
