1992 Mazda 121 vs. 1977 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1992 Mazda 121 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1992 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 121, 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, 1977 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 121 | 1977 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 121 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
