1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Because 1998 Toyota MR2 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 1998 Toyota MR2. 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, 1998 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | MR2 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |