1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 1991 Renault 19
To start off, 1991 Renault 19 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 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 88 more horse power than 1991 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1991 Renault 19. 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 Renault 19, 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 1991 Renault 19 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Cougar | 19 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |