1971 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Cougar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Cougar | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Cougar | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |