1996 Lada 110 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1996 Lada 110 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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Lada 110. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada 110.
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 Lada 110, 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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada 110 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Lada | Mercury |
Model | 110 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |