1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1982 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Maserati 228 | 1982 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | 228 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |