1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 21 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 455 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mercury Cougar (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Delta | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
