1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz 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 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 121 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 570 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Hyundai Getz, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Cougar | Getz |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 432 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |