1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 664 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cougar | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
