1978 Mercury Cougar vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercury Cougar | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cougar | Minica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
