1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP) has 331 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (382 Nm). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Diablo | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
