1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercury Cougar (140 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1989 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 1989 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 1989 Mercury Cougar (292 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm). This means 1989 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. 1989 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Sirion | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |
