1975 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Scion xB
To start off, 2011 Scion xB is newer by 36 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, 2011 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 657 kg more than 2011 Scion xB.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Scion xB, 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, 1975 Mercury Cougar (378 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xB. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Scion xB | |
Make | Mercury | Scion |
Model | Cougar | xB |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4249 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2601 mm |