1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 2004 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 405 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 405. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 1073 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 405. (205 Nm). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Montclair | 2004 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Montclair | 405 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 205 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 925 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |