1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 46 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 670 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 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey, 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 | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Cougar | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5152 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2011 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |