1972 Mercury Cougar vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 886 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa, 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, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Cougar | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Cougar | Corsa |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |