1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1982 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1982 Mercury Cougar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Cougar (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 515 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mercury Cougar (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda Familia | 1982 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Familia | Cougar |
Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2301 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |