1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 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 62 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 426 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | 11 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
