1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2010 Holden Cruze 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercury Cougar (152 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Holden Cruze. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Cruze.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Holden Cruze, 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Cruze. (153 Nm). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Mercury | Holden |
Model | Cougar | Cruze |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 110 HP |
Torque | 377 Nm | 153 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1477 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2685 mm |