1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 25 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
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, 2006 Suzuki Liana, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Cougar | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Cougar | Liana |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |