1989 Innocenti 990 vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1989 Innocenti 990 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Cougar (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 646 kg more than 1989 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Innocenti 990, 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, 1981 Mercury Cougar (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Innocenti 990 | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | 990 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2690 mm |
