1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1975 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 825 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mercury Cougar (378 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Sierra | 1975 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Sierra | Cougar |
Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |