2000 Chrysler Howler vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Howler is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Howler (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Howler should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Howler.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Howler, 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, 2000 Chrysler Howler (408 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Howler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Howler | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Howler | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
