1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 489 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Cougar | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |