1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 1962 MG 1100
To start off, 1981 Mercury Cougar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG 1100 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Cougar (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1962 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 531 kg more than 1962 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 MG 1100, 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, 1981 Mercury Cougar (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mercury Cougar | 1962 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Cougar | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
