1977 Porsche 930 vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 204 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 1977 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar, 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 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 1999 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1977 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1977 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 930 | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercury |
| Model | 930 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
