1968 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Scion xB
To start off, 2011 Scion xB is newer by 43 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 36 more horse power than 2011 Scion xB. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 227 kg more than 2011 Scion xB. 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, 2011 Scion xB, 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, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xB. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Scion xB | |
| Make | Mercury | Scion |
| Model | Cougar | xB |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2601 mm |
