1977 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 33 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Citroen C8.
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, 2010 Citroen C8, 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Mercury | Citroen |
Model | Cougar | C8 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |