1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 34 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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 975 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Cougar | Corsa |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 1229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |