1994 Ford Windstar vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1994 Ford Windstar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Windstar (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Windstar should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1989 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 1989 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Windstar, 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, 1989 Mercury Cougar (292 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Windstar. (220 Nm). This means 1989 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Windstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Windstar | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Windstar | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
