1994 Audi A8 vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 24 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, 1994 Audi A8 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Audi A8.
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, 1994 Audi A8, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8. 1994 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1970 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A8 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |