1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1993 GMC Typhoon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (137 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 340 kg more than 1967 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Typhoon | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
