1979 Mini MK IV vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1979 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 700 kg more than 1979 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mini MK IV. 1999 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1979 Mini MK IV has manual transmission. 1979 Mini MK IV 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:
| 1979 Mini MK IV | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mini | Mercury |
| Model | MK IV | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
