1969 Mazda 110 S vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1139 kg more than 1969 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Cougar (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda 110 S | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 110 S | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 7542 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
