2000 Mercury Cougar vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 615 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Cougar | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Cougar | Cherry |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |