2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1968 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 1968 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
