2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 493 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Cougar | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |