1982 Mercury Cougar vs. 1993 Ford Laser
To start off, 1993 Ford Laser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Cougar 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 5 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser, 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, 1982 Mercury Cougar (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury Cougar | 1993 Ford Laser | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Cougar | Laser |
Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |