1970 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 200 (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200, 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, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200. 2011 Chrysler 200 has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1970 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Mercury | Chrysler |
| Model | Cougar | 200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2766 mm |
