1999 Kia Elan vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Kia Elan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Kia Elan. (149 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 612 kg more than 1999 Kia Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Elan, 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, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Elan. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Elan | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Elan | Cougar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |