2000 Mercury Cougar vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina 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 10 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Cougar | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |