1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 31 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 156 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Cougar | Duster |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2673 mm |