1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 37 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, 1967 Mercury Cougar (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 74 kg more 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, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Cougar | Toledo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |