1986 Lancia Delta vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 156 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta 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 Lancia Delta (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Delta | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
