1977 Mercury Cougar vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 30 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, 1977 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Renault Trafic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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, 1977 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mercury Cougar | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3100 mm |
