1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1976 Mercury Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercury Cougar | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Cougar | 240 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
