1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2010 Mazda MPV 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda MPV weights approximately 310 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 Mazda MPV, 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 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Mercury | Mazda |
Model | Cougar | MPV |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |