2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1985 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 305. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 977 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 305. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1985 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mountaineer | 305 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
