1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercury Cougar | 1981 Skoda L | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Cougar | L |
Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |