1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai

To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 19 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, 1981 Mercury Cougar (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Mercury Cougar 2000 Suzuki Samurai
Make Mercury Suzuki
Model Cougar Samurai
Year Released 1981 2000
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3797 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 936 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 3450 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2490 mm


 

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