1984 Austin Montego vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 612 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, 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, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Montego | Cougar |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |