2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1971 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1971 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mariner | 204 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
