1972 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 39 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 19 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Cougar | Elantra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |