1942 Buick 40 vs. 1994 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1994 Mercury Cougar is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Buick 40 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Mercury Cougar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Buick 40 | 1994 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | 40 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1942 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1620 kg |