1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1979 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Cougar. (134 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 331 kg more than 1995 Audi Coupe.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 1979 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Coupe | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
