1977 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 34 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 75 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 797 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Atos. 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, 2011 Hyundai Atos, 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Cougar | Atos |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |