1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 35 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1967 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Cougar | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Cougar | V70 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 432 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |