2000 Ford Cougar vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Ford Cougar. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Cougar | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Ford | Italdesign |
Model | Cougar | Nazca |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |