1989 Mercury Cougar vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Mercury Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1989 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 1989 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000, 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, 1989 Mercury Cougar (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000. 1989 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1988 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1988 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercury Cougar | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Cougar | 9000 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3799 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |