1968 Mercury Cougar vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 1976 Peugeot Peugette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Because 1968 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 1968 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot Peugette, 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, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Cougar | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Cougar | Peugette |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |