1988 Austin Montego vs. 1977 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 11 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, 1977 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 739 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Austin Montego, 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 1977 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Montego | Cougar |
Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |