1977 Mercury Cougar vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 805 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, 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, 1977 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mercury Cougar | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Cougar | Camira |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
