1968 Mercury Cougar vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 28 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) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Cougar | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Cougar | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
