1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 491 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Renault 8 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 1964 Renault 8. 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | 8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
