1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
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 Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 504 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cougar | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
