1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650
To start off, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 is newer by 11 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, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 (641 HP) has 527 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 506 kg more than 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mercury Cougar | 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 | |
| Make | Mercury | Monteverdi |
| Model | Cougar | Hai 650 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 641 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
