1972 Mercury Cougar vs. 1998 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 26 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 15 more horse power than 1998 Saab 03-Sep. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 316 kg more than 1998 Saab 03-Sep. 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, 1998 Saab 03-Sep, 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 03-Sep. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Cougar | 1998 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Cougar | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |