1999 Mercury Villager vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 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 33 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 604. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Peugeot 604 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 1975 Peugeot 604. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1975 Peugeot 604 has manual transmission. 1975 Peugeot 604 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 | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Villager | 604 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |