1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 32 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 110 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 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, 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Comet | 206 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |