1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 43 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 16 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 177 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35, 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 | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Cougar | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
