1993 Mercury Cougar vs. 1992 Renault 4
To start off, 1993 Mercury Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 4 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 168 more horse power than 1992 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 995 kg more than 1992 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 4, 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 Mercury Cougar (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Cougar | 1992 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
