1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett 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 64 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 490 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Opel Kadett 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 1978 Opel Kadett. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Cougar | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Cougar | Kadett |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |