2001 Holden Zafira vs. 1977 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Holden Zafira is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 391 kg more than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Because 1977 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 1977 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira, 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, 1977 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Zafira | 1977 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Zafira | Cougar |
Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |