2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 62 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Falcon | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
