1968 Mercury Cougar vs. 2004 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2004 Saab 9-7X is newer by 36 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 9-7X (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2004 Saab 9-7X 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, 2004 Saab 9-7X 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, 2004 Saab 9-7X (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Cougar | 2004 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Cougar | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
