2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 756 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mountaineer | 504 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
