1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 695 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Montego 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 Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Montego | 206 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
