1977 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 35 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1977 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 19 kg more than 1977 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Mercury | Jaguar |
Model | Cougar | XJ |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3157 mm |