2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1967 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 207 kg more than 1967 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris 1800. (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Cougar | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
