1978 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 293 kg more than 1978 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Tundra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 441 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3270 mm |