1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1982 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 905 kg more than 1982 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 1982 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Range Rover | Cougar |
Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4554 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |