1977 Mercury Cougar vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1977 Mercury Cougar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 840 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mercury Cougar | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Cougar | 220 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
