1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1977 Mercury Cougar

To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 613 kg more than 1994 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1977 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 1977 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1977 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Mercury Mystique 1977 Mercury Cougar
Make Mercury Mercury
Model Mystique Cougar
Year Released 1994 1977
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1242 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2910 mm


 

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