1992 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 666 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Hyundai Scoupe | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Scoupe | Cougar |
Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |