1991 Eagle Talon vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1991 Eagle Talon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Cougar (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Talon. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 345 kg more than 1991 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Talon, 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Eagle Talon | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercury |
| Model | Talon | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
