2000 Mercury Sable vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 690 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Sable | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
