2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 32 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 587 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mountaineer | 504 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
