1994 Ford Versailles vs. 1978 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1994 Ford Versailles is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Versailles.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Versailles, 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, 1978 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Versailles | 1978 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Versailles | Cougar |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |