1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 126 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cougar | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
