2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1988 Saab 900
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Saab 900. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 227 kg more than 1988 Saab 900. 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 1988 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Cougar | 900 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
