1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1993 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1993 Mercury Cougar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (202 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 425 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Maserati 228 | 1993 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | 228 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |