2002 Mercury Cougar vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Cougar | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Corona |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |