2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Cougar (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C2 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |
