1974 Mercury Cougar vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,764 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Cougar | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Cougar | 124 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5764 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |