1972 Mercury Cougar vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 496 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT 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, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Cougar | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Cougar | XT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
