1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Because 1972 Mercury Comet 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 1972 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206, 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Comet | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Comet | 206 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
