1989 Mercury Cougar vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercury Cougar (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa.
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, 1993 Opel Corsa, 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa. 1989 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Corsa 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 | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Cougar | Corsa |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3799 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |