1968 Mercury Cougar vs. 1985 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1985 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 17 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Blizzard 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:
| 1968 Mercury Cougar | 1985 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Cougar | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
