1998 Mercury Mystique vs. 1985 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1998 Mercury Mystique is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 302 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 305. 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, 1998 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Mystique | 1985 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mystique | 305 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
