1970 Mercury Cougar vs. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum, 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, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1970 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Cougar | 1994 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cougar | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
