1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 560 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Marcos 1600 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 1967 Marcos 1600. 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, 2000 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600. 2000 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1967 Marcos 1600 has manual transmission. 1967 Marcos 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Marcos 1600 | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Marcos | Mercury |
Model | 1600 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |