1998 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar, 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | NSX | Cougar |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |