2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 980 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mountaineer | 205 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 110 L |
