1974 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 36 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (161 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2010 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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.
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1974 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Cougar | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |