2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Pulsar 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 55 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 257 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
