1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1996 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1996 Mercury Cougar is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 3,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair.
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:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvair | 1996 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Corvair | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
