1986 Renault 4 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 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 619 kg more than 1986 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 4. 2001 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1986 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1986 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 4 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Renault | Mercury |
| Model | 4 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
