1970 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407, 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, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (301 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Cougar | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | 407 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
