1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 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 83 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 378 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Porsche 914 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 1973 Porsche 914. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Cougar | 914 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
