2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown 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 107 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 3 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Cougar | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |