1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 24 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 301 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Cougar | Lupo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |