2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 420 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Peugeot 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner 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, 2004 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mariner | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mariner | 404 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
