1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 610 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Cougar | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | 205 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
