2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar

To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Mercury Cougar 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 1967 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy, 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.

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2000 Mazda Premacy 1967 Mercury Cougar
Make Mazda Mercury
Model Premacy Cougar
Year Released 2000 1967
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 4727 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 90 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2830 mm