1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1968 Mercury Cougar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (137 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 730 kg more than 1968 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:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Eldorado | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
