1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 806 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Naked | Cougar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 88.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |