1997 Mercury Tracer vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Mercury Tracer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 1997 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Tracer | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Tracer | 205 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
