1992 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 1978 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Le Baron is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Le Baron (152 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Le Baron should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 511 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Le Baron, 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, 1978 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Le Baron | 1978 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Le Baron | Cougar |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |