1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 405 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 405 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Comet (248 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 405. (205 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2004 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Comet | 405 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
