1974 Mercury Comet vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Comet | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Comet | 406 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
