1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1979 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Cougar. (134 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 595 kg more than 1979 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1979 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Bentley | Mercury |
Model | Hunaudieres | Cougar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 615 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |