1980 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Cougar (116 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
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, 2005 Renault Megane, 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 (264 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (105 Nm). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | Megane |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
