1966 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 42 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Cougar. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Cougar | Zafira |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |