1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1971 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 510 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626, 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, 1971 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 626 | 1971 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 626 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |