1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (137 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 555 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 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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.
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1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Mountaineer | Cougar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |