1966 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Cougar (123 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 415 kg more than 1966 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Cortina 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 1966 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1966 Ford Cortina (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Cortina | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Cortina | Cougar |
Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 185 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |