1992 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 9 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 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 252 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
