1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Cougar | Legacy |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |