1999 Holden Nova vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Holden Nova is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Holden Nova.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Nova, 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, 1980 Mercury Cougar (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Nova | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Nova | Cougar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |