1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 98 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 549 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Cougar | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Cougar | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |