1968 Mercury Cougar vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 1979 Seat 131 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 595 kg more than 1979 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Seat 131, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1968 Mercury Cougar | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Cougar | 131 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
