2001 Honda Avancier vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Honda Avancier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Avancier 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Avancier | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Avancier | Cougar |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |