1982 Mercury Cougar vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 17 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, 1999 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1999 Renault Scenic, 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, 1999 Renault Scenic (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Cougar | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
