1992 Eagle Talon vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Eagle Talon.
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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Talon | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercury |
| Model | Talon | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
