1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 37 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 495 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercury Cougar | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cougar | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
