1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 36 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cougar | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2707 mm |
