1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1970 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Skoda 1202 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 1970 Skoda 1202. 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Cougar | 1970 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Cougar | 1202 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |