1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Luce | Cougar |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |