1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 447 kg more than 1971 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 110 S | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2543 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
