1982 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 26 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, 2008 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2008 Suzuki Liana 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, 2008 Suzuki Liana 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Cougar | Liana |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |