1987 Ford Laser vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 14 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 850 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Laser | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Laser | Cougar |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |