1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar

To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Lancia Kappa 1972 Mercury Cougar
Make Lancia Mercury
Model Kappa Cougar
Year Released 1994 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 5769 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 145 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.7 mm 88.8 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2860 mm


 

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