1993 Ford Probe vs. 1982 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1993 Ford Probe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 65 kg more than 1993 Ford Probe.
Because 1982 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 1982 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Probe, 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, 1993 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Probe | 1982 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Probe | Cougar |
Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |