1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird 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 57 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 217 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Cougar | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
