1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 177 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2000 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Tempra | Cougar |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |