1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1981 Mercury Cougar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Cougar (114 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 516 kg more than 1977 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, 1981 Mercury Cougar (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mercury Cougar | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Cougar | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
