1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 39 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Cougar | i20 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2525 mm |