1968 Mercury Cougar vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 22 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, 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:
| 1968 Mercury Cougar | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Cougar | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
