2002 Mercury Cougar vs. 1984 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 250 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
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, 1984 Audi Coupe (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Cougar | 1984 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Cougar | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
