1992 Lancia Thema vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1992 Lancia Thema is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 116 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Lancia Thema.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema, 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, 1980 Mercury Cougar (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Thema. (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Thema | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
