1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 199 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1831 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2960 mm |
