1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 32 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, 2013 Hyundai Accent (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 239 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2013 Hyundai Accent, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Cougar | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Cougar | Accent |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |