1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2009 Opel Insignia

To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 36 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar.

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, 2009 Opel Insignia, 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 (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Mercury Cougar 2009 Opel Insignia
Make Mercury Opel
Model Cougar Insignia
Year Released 1973 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5766 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 152 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 377 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2737 mm


 

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