2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 145 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 697 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Cougar | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1070 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |