1988 Audi 90 vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1988 Audi 90 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 540 kg more than 1988 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 90, 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, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi 90 | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 90 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |