1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 33 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 79 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Opel Tigra. 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, 2006 Opel Tigra, 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Cougar | Tigra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |