1986 AC Ace vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 387 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace 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, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Ace | Cougar |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |