1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Mercury | Kia |
| Model | Cougar | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
