1990 Chrysler TC vs. 1979 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1990 Chrysler TC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler TC (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Cougar. (134 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 381 kg more than 1990 Chrysler TC.
Because 1979 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 1979 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler TC, 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, 1979 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler TC. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler TC.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chrysler TC | 1979 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | TC | Cougar |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |