2000 Mercury Cougar vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Model F 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 47 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Model F 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 1982 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury 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, 2000 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Cougar | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Cougar | Model F |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
