1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 795 kg more than 1970 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Econoline | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
