1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (80 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1308 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Cougar 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1, 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Cougar | FF-1 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |