1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 2007 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Almera is newer by 26 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 4 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Almera. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Nissan Almera. 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, 2007 Nissan Almera, 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, 2007 Nissan Almera (248 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Cougar | 2007 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Cougar | Almera |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |