2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica 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 73 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 317 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Cougar | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
