1994 Mercury Capri vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1994 Mercury Capri is newer by 29 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Capri weights approximately 190 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, 1994 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Capri | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 204 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
