2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1979 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 28 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 60 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 859 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1979 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C2 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2910 mm |
