1966 Mercury Cougar vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 27 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 50 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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 | 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cougar | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
