1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 371 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Beretta | Cougar |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |