2006 Mercury Monterey vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 680 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Monterey | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Monterey | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2910 mm |
