2000 Ford Cougar vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Toyota Crown 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 1955 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Cougar | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Crown |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |