1968 Mercury Cougar vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 34 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) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. 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, 2002 Renault Megane, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (106 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Cougar | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | Megane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
