1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 112 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercury Cougar | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Cougar | XC60 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2774 mm |