1977 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 34 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1977 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Cougar | 9-4X |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2807 mm |