1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Volkswagen GLI
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen GLI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen GLI should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 819 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen GLI.
Because 2008 Volkswagen GLI is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen GLI.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Volkswagen GLI | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Cougar | GLI |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |