1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Saab Sonett, 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Cougar | Sonett |
Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2160 mm |