1996 Kia Avella vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella, 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Avella | Cougar |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2910 mm |