1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 443 kg more than 1976 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Cougar | Express |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3429 mm |