1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. 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, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic, 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 (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
