1974 Mercury Cougar vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. 2007 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 1974 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1974 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Cougar | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Cougar | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
