1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 375 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |