1982 Mercury Cougar vs. 1993 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Samurai 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 23 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 385 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1982 Mercury Cougar (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Cougar | 1993 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Cougar | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
