2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1982 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1982 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 625 kg more than 1982 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Peugeot 505. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1982 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1982 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1982 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Mountaineer | 505 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |