1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 630 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |