1999 Acura SLX vs. 1971 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Acura SLX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Acura SLX.
Because 1971 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 1971 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, 1971 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | SLX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2860 mm |
