1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto

To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 29 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 91 kg more than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.

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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Cougar.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Mercury Cougar 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
Make Mercury Fiat
Model Cougar Grande Punto
Year Released 1981 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3797 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2520 mm


 

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