1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 311 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Cougar | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
