1977 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1977 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1977 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mercury Cougar | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Cougar | Maxima |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |