1972 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 39 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Cougar.
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, 2011 Opel Insignia, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Cougar | Insignia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2737 mm |