1978 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 28 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, 1978 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 598 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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, 1978 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercury Cougar | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Cougar | Vibe |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |