1999 Acura SLX vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Acura SLX is newer by 32 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Acura SLX.
Because 1967 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura SLX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura SLX | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | SLX | Cougar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 432 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2830 mm |