1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1968 Avanti Avanti is newer by 1 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (137 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 60 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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:
| 1968 Avanti Avanti | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercury |
| Model | Avanti | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
