1966 Mercury Cougar vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1976 Opel Commodore is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cougar (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 375 kg more than 1976 Opel Commodore. 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:
| 1966 Mercury Cougar | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Cougar | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
