1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 30 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 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:
| 1967 Mercury Cougar | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Cougar | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
