1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett is newer by 15 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 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
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, 1988 Opel Kadett, 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 (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Cougar | Kadett |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |