2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Monterey | 305 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
