1974 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 38 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 57 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 575 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol. 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, 2012 Renault Symbol, 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) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol. 2012 Renault Symbol 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. 2012 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2473 mm |
