1974 Mazda 1000 vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1974 Mazda 1000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 690 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 1000 | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 1000 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
