1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 41 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. 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, 2008 Peugeot 207, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Cougar | 207 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 432 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |