1980 Mercury Cougar vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1980 Mercury Cougar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Cougar (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 664 kg more than 1961 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Trabant Universal, 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, 1980 Mercury Cougar (218 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercury Cougar | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
Make | Mercury | Trabant |
Model | Cougar | Universal |
Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2030 mm |