1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1994 Dodge Neon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 903 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon, 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Neon. (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Neon | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Neon | Cougar |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |