2002 Mazda Spiano vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Mazda Spiano is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercury Cougar (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Because 1989 Mercury Cougar 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 1989 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Spiano, 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, 1989 Mercury Cougar (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Spiano | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Spiano | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
