1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 33 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
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 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Cougar | Firebird |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |