2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 984 kg more than 1967 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Peugeot 404 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Monterey | 404 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
