1968 Mercury Cougar vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 26 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (291 Nm). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Cougar | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Cougar | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
