1974 Mercury Cougar vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Cougar (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Cougar | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |