1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Fourtrak TDX | Cougar |
Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |