1993 Mercury Cougar vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1993 Mercury Cougar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Cougar (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 890 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercury Cougar (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Cougar | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | 205 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
