2000 Peugeot 106 vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 106 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 224 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 106 | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 106 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2210 mm |
