1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury 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 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Cougar | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Mercury | Willys-Overland |
Model | Cougar | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |