1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 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 104 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 239 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | 21 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
