1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 206 is newer by 26 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, 2000 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 68 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 206.
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, 2000 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Comet | 206 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |