1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (118 HP @ 5660 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1981 Mercury Cougar. 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, 2011 Citroen C3, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Mercury | Citroen |
Model | Cougar | C3 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
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 | 5660 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |