1969 Mazda Familia vs. 1966 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1969 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cougar (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 920 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 1966 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Familia | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2830 mm |
