1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 13 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercury Cougar | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Cougar | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |