1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 210 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1991 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Tracer | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Tracer | 204 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
