1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 31 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
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, 1988 Renault 25, 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, 1988 Renault 25 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Cougar | 1988 Renault 25 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Cougar | 25 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |