1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 731 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2980 mm |
