1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 1989 Acura Legend
To start off, 1989 Acura Legend is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Acura Legend (163 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Acura Legend, 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:
| 1967 Mercury Cougar | 1989 Acura Legend | |
| Make | Mercury | Acura |
| Model | Cougar | Legend |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2705 mm |
