1999 Mercury Villager vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 665 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1958 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1958 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Villager | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Villager | 203 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |