1992 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 189 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
