2005 Kia K2700 vs. 1979 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 26 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, 1979 Mercury Cougar (134 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 1979 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | K2700 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1855 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |
