1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 18 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 86 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 625 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. 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, 1991 Opel Astra, 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 1991 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Cougar | Astra |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |