1997 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Cougar (114 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1981 Mercury Cougar (237 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (130 Nm). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Feroza | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Feroza | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2690 mm |
