1967 Mercury Park Lane vs. 2005 Peugeot 107

To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP) has 272 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 107. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Mercury Park Lane 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 Park Lane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107, 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 Park Lane (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Mercury Park Lane 2005 Peugeot 107
Make Mercury Peugeot
Model Park Lane 107
Year Released 1967 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6722 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 53 HP
Torque 602 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 73.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm


 

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