1988 Audi Coupe vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Audi Coupe. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 87 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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 (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Coupe | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
