1972 Mercury Cougar vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 896 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205, 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, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Cougar | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Cougar | 205 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |