1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 465 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Corona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |