2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 729 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 276 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotec C 1000 | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Lotec | Mercury |
Model | C 1000 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |