1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 35 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Acura ZDX.
Because 2011 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Mercury | Acura |
Model | Cougar | ZDX |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |