1992 Mercury Capri vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Mercury Capri is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 205 (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Capri weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205.
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, 1989 Peugeot 205 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Capri | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 205 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
