1993 Mercury Cougar vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1993 Mercury Cougar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Cougar (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 760 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercury Cougar (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Cougar | 1976 Seat 124 | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Cougar | 124 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |