1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 700 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Cougar | 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cougar | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
