1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 2 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, 1991 Audi Coupe (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi Coupe. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi Coupe. 1989 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1991 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1991 Audi Coupe 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:
| 1991 Audi Coupe | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Coupe | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
