1987 Audi 200 vs. 1977 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 375 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
Because 1977 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 1977 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200, 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, 1977 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1977 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 200 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
