1998 Mercury Tracer vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 260 kg more than 1968 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Tracer | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Tracer | 204 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |