1958 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1975 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1975 Mercury Cougar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac Eldorado (204 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac Eldorado | 1975 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Eldorado | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2910 mm |
