1978 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 670 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercury Cougar | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |