1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar

To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane is newer by 22 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Ford Fairlane. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fairlane.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ford Fairlane 1967 Mercury Cougar
Make Ford Mercury
Model Fairlane Cougar
Year Released 1989 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3949 cc 7003 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 186 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 432 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2830 mm


 

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