1984 Mercury Cougar vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1984 Mercury Cougar and 1984 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Because 1984 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 1984 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205, 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.
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1984 Mercury Cougar | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Cougar | 205 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 59 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |