1982 Mercury Cougar vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1982 Mercury Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Cougar (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mercury Cougar (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury Cougar | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Cougar | 9 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |