2000 Ford Cougar vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta 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 46 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 530 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Cougar | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cougar | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
