1975 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 700 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 1975 Mercury Cougar (378 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Highlander |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |