1951 Jaguar Type-C vs. 1983 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1983 Mercury Cougar is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar Type-C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 465 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C.
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:
1951 Jaguar Type-C | 1983 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | Type-C | Cougar |
Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |