1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1980 Mercury Cougar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Cougar (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 695 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami, 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, 1980 Mercury Cougar (164 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Ami | Cougar |
Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 164 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |