2001 Honda Model X vs. 1979 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Honda Model X is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Model X (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Cougar. (134 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Model X should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 Honda Model X.
Because 1979 Mercury Cougar 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 1979 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Model X, 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, 1979 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Model X. (217 Nm). This means 1979 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Model X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Model X | 1979 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Model X | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
