1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 44 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 590 kg more than 1967 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
| Model | Cougar | SRX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2807 mm |
