1979 Mercury Cougar vs. 2001 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2001 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercury Cougar (134 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 103 kg more than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercury Cougar | 2001 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Cougar | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |