1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 207 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 207, 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | 207 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6589 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
