2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 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 195 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mountaineer | 205 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |
