1975 Mercury Cougar vs. 1972 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1975 Mercury Cougar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 304, 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, 1975 Mercury Cougar (378 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Cougar | 1972 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | 304 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
