1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 377 kg more than 1969 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 Mystique (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mystique | 204 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
