1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1950 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1950 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mountaineer | 203 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
