1977 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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, 1977 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 318 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix35. 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Cougar | ix35 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |