1994 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 329 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Scoupe | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Scoupe | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
