1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1978 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 1978 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Abarth | Mercury |
Model | Stola | Cougar |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |