1968 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 40 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Cougar | Octavia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |