1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 1987 Saab 9000
To start off, 1987 Saab 9000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 345 kg more than 1987 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Saab 9000, 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 1987 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Cougar | 9000 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |