1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 200 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
