1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (116 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Nuvola | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
