1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 153 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ford Zodiac 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 1960 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar, 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Zodiac | Cougar |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |