1984 Mercury Cougar vs. 1964 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1984 Mercury Cougar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mercury Cougar | 1964 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Cougar | 404 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |