1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 268 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Because 1981 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 1981 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1981 Mercury Cougar (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Cougar | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Cougar | 206 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |