1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 401 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.
Because 2011 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Lexus LS | |
Make | Mercury | Lexus |
Model | Cougar | LS |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3091 mm |